Abu Dhabi, UAE – Arab football fans are anticipating strong and exciting matches in the AFC Champions League, as Sharjah FC of the UAE faces a tough test against Al Hilal of Saudi Arabia.
Meanwhile, Al Wahda will be a tough opponent for Al Gharafa of Qatar in a match where both teams will be looking to secure the three points.
Sharjah (UAE) vs Al Hilal (Saudi Arabia) match
Sharjah FC of the UAE enters the match with its sights set on achieving the three points and halting Al Hilal’s winning streak in the AFC Champions League.
Al-Hilal of Saudi Arabia tops the West Asia group standings with a perfect record of 15 points, collected from 5 victories.
Sharjah occupies seventh place with 7 points, collected from two wins and a draw, while suffering defeat in one match.
Sharjah of the UAE will rely on home advantage and the support of their fans in their match against the Saudi leader.
Sharjah had achieved a valuable victory in the last round against Al-Ahli Saudi with a score of 1-0, which gives them a morale boost before facing Al-Hilal.
In contrast, Al-Hilal of Saudi Arabia enters the match with high confidence and morale after topping the group standings with a perfect score and securing their qualification for the round of 16 of the continental championship.
Date of the match between Sharjah (UAE) and Al-Hilal (Saudi Arabia) in the AFC Champions League
Sharjah is scheduled to meet Al Hilal today, Monday, December 22, 2025, at 8:00 PM Abu Dhabi time.
Al Wahda vs Al Gharafa match
In the same round, Al Wahda of the UAE will be a tough guest for Al Gharafa of Qatar, at Thani bin Jassim Stadium.
Al Wahda enters today’s match with complete ease and high morale after securing qualification for the round of 16, as they currently occupy second place with 13 points.
Meanwhile, Al Gharafa of Qatar is in ninth place with 3 points, so it must achieve something in order to keep its chances of qualifying for the next round alive.
Date of the match between Al Wahda (UAE) and Al Gharafa (Qatar) in the AFC Champions League
Al Wahda is scheduled to meet with Al Gharafa of Qatar this evening, Monday, specifically at 10:15 PM Abu Dhabi time.
